Packaging Engineer II

CONMED Corporation • Largo, FL

17h

About The Position

The Packaging Engineer II is responsible for the design, development, validation, and implementation of packaging systems that protect products through distribution, storage, and use. This role contributes to packaging projects of moderate complexity, supporting design, validation, and commercialization activities within a regulated medical device manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline
• 2+ years of packaging engineering experience in a manufacturing or regulated environment

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of packaging materials and processes (sealing, labeling, inspection)
• Exposure to validation methodologies (IQ/OQ/PQ) and design control processes
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects with moderate direction
• Effective cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to support shop-floor trials, testing, and equipment implementation as needed
• Experience in medical device or other regulated industry
• Exposure to: Packaging validation and test methods (ASTM/ISTA, as applicable)
• Statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab)
• Experience with packaging equipment and automation
• Familiarity with ISO 11607 and applicable regulatory standards and Engineering or manufacturing systems (ERP/MES)

Responsibilities

• Support design and development of packaging systems (materials, components, and processes) to meet product, regulatory, and business requirements
• Execute packaging validation activities including protocol development and testing support (IQ/OQ/PQ), ensuring compliance with applicable standards and quality systems
• Perform packaging testing and analysis (e.g., transit testing, seal strength, aging) to evaluate performance and integrity
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and packaging changes by coordinating trials, documentation, and process readiness for manufacturing
• Troubleshoot packaging processes and equipment on the production floor, working with Operations and Maintenance to resolve issues and improve performance
• Develop and maintain packaging documentation including specifications, work instructions, and validation reports to support design control and change management
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and external suppliers to deliver project objectives
• Support material and supplier evaluations, including testing, qualification activities, and cost/quality optimization
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, efficiency, and quality enhancement

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses
• Employee Referral Program incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level